If Asian-inspired foods are at the top of your must-eat list, then this marinated tuna steak must quickly be added, tried, and tested in a short amount of time - it is amazing!
Coconut aminos replace the soy sauce, while the cilantro, ginger, and red pepper flakes give it just the kick that it needs to satisfy any spicy cravings.
How long can you marinate tuna steaks? Shoot for 20 minutes if your marinade is acidic and up to 40 minutes in total - you don't want to overdo it. You will also want to make sure to purchase the freshest caught fish available, as the cooking time is meant to be kept short.
Start by searing each side of the tuna steak for 2 to 3 minutes, then letting it rest a few minutes before serving. The center of the steak should still be pink, the outside slightly crispy. Get this recipe right, and you will be craving tuna every week.
We happen to be crazy about marinating tuna before pan-searing to perfection, but if you think that a crunchy crust suits your Friday night fish-eating-mood better, then you might want to check out our version of sesame spiced tuna for the ultimate feel-good dish.
Present the tuna steak with some wilted spinach or steamed greens, and it will feel like you have gone out to a fancy restaurant. Serve yourself well!
Marinated Asian-Style Tuna Steak Recipe
Serves: 4 Prep: 40 min Cook: 10 min
Ingredients
- 4 tuna steaks
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp. fresh ginger, minced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, minced
- ¼ cup coconut aminos
- 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 tbsp. raw honey
- 1 tsp. red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp. coconut oil
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Preparation
- In a bowl, combine the garlic, ginger, cilantro, coconut aminos, lemon juice, olive oil, honey, and red pepper flakes, and season to taste.
- Place the tuna steaks in a marinating container, and pour the marinade over them.
- Let the tuna marinate for 30 to 40 minutes in the refrigerator, turning tuna steaks after 20 minutes if needed.
- Melt coconut oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Once the pan is nice and hot, gently add the steaks and cook for 4 to 5 minutes on each side or until the desired doneness.
- Let the tuna steaks rest for 2 to 3 minutes before serving.
📖 Recipe
Marinated Asian-Style Tuna Steaks Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 tuna steaks
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tbsp. fresh ginger minced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro minced
- ¼ cup coconut aminos
- 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 tbsp. raw honey
- 1 tsp. red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp. coconut oil
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the garlic, ginger, cilantro, coconut aminos, lemon juice, olive oil, honey, and red pepper flakes, and season to taste.2 garlic cloves, 2 tbsp. fresh ginger, ¼ cup fresh cilantro, ¼ cup coconut aminos, 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice, ¼ cup olive oil, 1 tsp. red pepper flakes, Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, 1 tbsp. raw honey
- Place the tuna steaks in a marinating container, and pour the marinade over them.4 tuna steaks
- Let the tuna marinate for 30 to 40 minutes in the refrigerator, turning tuna steaks after 20 minutes if needed.
- Melt coconut oil in a skillet over medium heat.2 tbsp. coconut oil
- Once the pan is nice and hot, gently add the steaks and cook for 4 to 5 minutes on each side or until desired doneness.
- Let the tuna steaks rest for 2 to 3 minutes before serving.
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